Resolving Legal Issues With Insight And Integrity
The law generally requires people to keep their hands to themselves. However, there are some circumstances where it is acceptable to use physical force against a person. If you’ve been charged with a violent crime, and you weren’t the aggressor in the situation, you may be entitled to assert that you acted in self-defense. If your argument is successful, then…
The state of Virginia treats juvenile and criminal cases differently. Although there are several reasons for this, the primary one is that juveniles lack the judgment of adults. Therefore, the juvenile system stresses the importance of rehabilitation over punishment. In this article, we examine the differences between juvenile and criminal cases in Virginia. Rehabilitation vs. Punishment Adult charges in Virginia…
Very few criminal cases go to trial. In fact, it has been estimated that well over 90% of all criminal cases result in a plea bargain. A plea bargain is an agreement between the defendant and prosecutor in a criminal case. This type of agreement allows a criminal defendant to either plead guilty to a lesser charge or to plead…
Although many people believe that white-collar crimes are not serious due to their non-violent nature, this is not the case. In fact, most white-collar crimes carry serious penalties, including prison time. Therefore, if you’ve been charged with a white-collar crime, you should work with an experienced criminal defense attorney to help you mount a strong defense. In this article, we…
If you are ever interrogated by the police, it is important that you understand your Miranda rights. Miranda rights are designed to protect those in police custody from self-incrimination. Although most people are familiar with the general concept of Miranda rights, not many understand what they are and what they entail. In this article, we discuss how Miranda rights protect…
Getting arrested is undoubtedly a scary experience, particularly for first-time arrestees. In addition to anxiety regarding the outcome of one’s case, uncertainty regarding the arrest process, i.e., fear of the unknown, greatly contributes to the emotions experienced following a Virginia arrest. Therefore, it’s imperative to immediately seek the assistance of an experienced Virginia criminal defense lawyer following an arrest. In…
Aggravated assault is a serious crime. A person who is convicted of aggravated assault in Virginia faces multiple penalties, including fines and jail or prison time. In addition, an aggravated assault charge in Virginia can take up a significant amount of a defendant’s time, causing a defendant to miss work, school, and other important activities. In this article, we discuss…
Leaving the scene of an accident in Virginia is a serious offense. Also called a hit and run, this act carries stringent penalties, including possible incarceration and fines. In this article, we examine the penalties for fleeing the scene of a hit and run in the state of Virginia. Types of Hit and Run Charges Although many people think of…
The United States Constitution provides people with many protections, one of which is protection against unreasonable searches and seizures. This doesn’t stop the police, however, from routinely violating people’s rights. One area in which the authorities often run afoul of these protections is drug arrests. When the police make search and seizure errors during a drug arrest, any unlawfully obtained…
Virginia takes weapon charges seriously—very seriously. The state takes particular issue with those who discharge weapons in an illegal manner. If convicted of reckless discharge of a firearm in Virginia, a defendant faces incarceration, fines, and possibly the ability to own a firearm in the future. Therefore, if you have been charged with reckless discharge of a firearm in Virginia,…